Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Alexandria public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
8 issues in development with medium priority
Alterations at 700 Chetworth Place
The Board will evaluate proposed exterior alterations at 700 Chetworth Place to ensure compliance with historic district design standards.
Community Lodgings Inc. Elbert Avenue Housing Project
An update on the affordable housing project by Community Lodgings Inc. on Elbert Avenue, which adds affordable homes in a city with a tight housing market.
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School Athletic Facility Expansion
The private school wants eight 85-foot sports lights at Kelleher and Moss Fields. Two students made an impassioned case for Friday night lights at home; neighbors raised no objections.
Cluster Townhouses on North Patrick Street
The commission recommended approval for a cluster development of five townhouses on North Patrick Street, featuring enhanced public streetscapes and an open space planter area.
Warehouse-to-Residential Conversion on Pendleton Street
An applicant requested permits to convert an underutilized warehouse storage bay into a residential single-unit dwelling with yard reductions and a rooftop terrace, aligning the site with neighborhood housing goals.
Infill Development on Substandard Lot without Frontage
A developer is seeking approval to construct a single-family home on a vacant substandard lot at 404A East Alexandria Avenue that lacks direct public street frontage.
Fenestration Ratios and Glass Extent on Historic Riverfront Alterations
A proposal for major alterations and a roof terrace at 428 N. Union Street sparked concerns about excessive glass and oversized dormers changing the historic character facing the river.
Side Yard Addition at 2411 Ridge Road Drive
A homeowner requested a special exception to build a home addition on a corner lot. The board approved it unanimously.